laurahammond published Rushcliffe pupils launch a balloon which could reach 100,000 feet

Pupils at Rushcliffe School hope a high-flying science experiment will produce some interesting results.Eight Year 11 pupils at the school launched a giant balloon to collect pictures and data from close to space this morning.The helium-filled balloon is carrying a video camera and GPS trackers, which the students hope will provide interesting data about weather.The school has had to get permission from the Civil Aviation Authority to launch the balloon, which could fly as high as 100,000...